According to Fortune Business Insights the global compostable packaging market was valued at USD 80.76 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 85.43 billion in 2025, expanding to USD 132.86 billion by 2032. The market is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 6.51 % during the forecast period (2025–2032). Compostable packaging refers to packaging materials designed to decompose under composting conditions into natural elements—such as water, carbon dioxide, and biomass—without leaving toxic residues. These materials are typically derived from renewable biological resources such as polylactic acid (PLA), starch, cellulose, and bamboo.
Fortune Business Insights™ provides this information in its research report, titled “Compostable Packaging Market, 2025-2032”.
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By Material: Materials covered: Polylactic acid (PLA), Cellulose, Bamboo, Wood, Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), Others. The PLA segment is expected to retain the largest share (by value) in 2025, supported by its biodegradable nature, renewability, and wide usage across food, beverage, and personal care packaging sectors.
By Product Type: Product types include: Boxes & Containers, Bags & Pouches, Trays & Plates, Films & Wraps, Cups & Bowls, and Others.
By End-Use Industry: End-use sectors: Food & Beverages, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Consumer Goods, Personal Care & Cosmetics, Others.
Rising consumer demand for eco-friendly and sustainable packaging solutions.
Increasing government regulations banning single-use plastics.
Expanding food & beverage and personal care industries embracing green packaging.
Advancements in biopolymer materials (PLA, PHA) improving performance and cost-efficiency.
Higher cost compared to conventional plastics.
Limited global composting infrastructure.
Lack of consumer awareness and confusion over “biodegradable” vs “compostable.”
Supply-chain complexity for bio-based raw materials.
Key Industry Development:
January 2025: Fresh-Lock Closures partnered with TIPA Compostable Packaging to create a fully home-compostable pouch for True. ApS’ True Dates product line, supporting the brand’s commitment to sustainability.
November 2024: UPM Specialty Papers and Eastman launched a biopolymer-coated paper solution that enhances grease and oxygen barriers for food packaging, promoting eco-friendly alternatives.
List of Key Players Mentioned in the Report:
Amcor (Switzerland)
Genpak (U.S.)
Good Start Packaging (U.S.)
Graphic Packaging Holding (U.S.)
International Paper (U.S.)
Mayr-Melnhof Karton (Austria)
Mondi (Austria)
Pappco Greenware (India)
Pactiv Evergreen (U.S.)
Sealed Air (U.S.)
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